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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9 | Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 7, what do the townspeople of Barchester think about Mr. Slope?
(a) They haven't met Mr. Slope yet.
(b) They think Mr. Slope is a fool.
(c) They think Mr. Slope is old-fashioned.
(d) They think Mr. Slope is a reformer.

2. Dr. Stanhope and his wife lead what type of lifestyle?
(a) One of activity and involvement.
(b) One of hard work and dedication.
(c) One of luxury and idleness.
(d) One of parties and wastefulness.

3. What does the Archdeacon feel he represents?
(a) The Parliament.
(b) Liberal movements.
(c) High church tradition.
(d) The common man.

4. Who gets to select the warden of Hiram's Hospital?
(a) Parliament.
(b) The King.
(c) The Bishop.
(d) The Archdeacon.

5. In Chapter 3, who is described as controlling what Dr. Proudie does?
(a) God.
(b) Mr. Slope.
(c) Mrs. Proudie.
(d) Parliament.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does "Barchester Towers" begin?

2. Where do the Proudies go after Mr. Slope's sermon?

3. Why does Madeleine, "the signora", arrive late in Chapter 10?

4. How are the Archdeacon and Mr. Harding alike?

5. What has Dr. Stanhope done while collecting his salary from the church?

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